by New Leaf Team | Jun 15, 2023 | Family Blogs, LGBTQ+ Blogs, Parenting Blogs, Teen Blogs
This blog shares 3 ways to support an LGBTQIA+ teen. Whether you are a parent, relative, or loved one, you are wanting to know ways to be an ally to the community, as well as closely support them. They may have shared information such as their pronouns, their...
by New Leaf Team | Jan 30, 2023 | Anxiety & Depression Blogs, Individual Therapy Blogs, Teen Blogs
Disclaimer: If you are currently experiencing thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or 988 or text the Crisis Line at 741741. You can also go to your nearest emergency room. In Ventura County, you can...
by New Leaf Team | Jan 23, 2023 | Individual Therapy Blogs, Teen Blogs
This blog shares 4 ways to create space for healthy friendships. No matter your age, having positive and supportive people in your life is important. Being able to share your emotions, thoughts, and experiences with others can help you feel more connected and...
by New Leaf Team | Jan 9, 2023 | Anxiety & Depression Blogs, Family Blogs, Individual Therapy Blogs, Parenting Blogs, Teen Blogs
This blog shares information on coping with toxic family members. You or someone you know may have struggled in relationships with a toxic family member. Whether this be a sibling, parent, extended family, in-laws, or blended family. It can feel discouraging and...
by New Leaf Team | Jan 3, 2023 | Family Blogs, Parenting Blogs, Teen Blogs
This blog shares information on healthy parenting approaches for teens. If you are reading this, you may be struggling with parenting strategies or your relationship with your teen. This is a common shift in dynamics in families, as teenage years can be difficult to...
by New Leaf Team | Dec 21, 2022 | Anxiety & Depression Blogs, Individual Therapy Blogs, Parenting Blogs, Teen Blogs
This blog shares 5 ways on how to validate yourself. As social beings, it is typical and normal for us to want validation from others. At one point or another, you have most likely sought out validation from someone; whether it was during your childhood from your...